In Your Dreams Documentary

[PenguinHead]

Originally Posted by Christopher

Bite your tongue Upon seeing the film, my first snapshot observation was how Stevie's In Your Dreams Documentary was overall better and heads and tails more visually compelling and interesting than Fleetwood Macs' "Destiny Rules" - the making of SYW. Talk about heavy editing, most of the meat was gutted out of "Destiny Rules" to leave behind a fairly benign documentary. This from a band notorious for their soap drama -- you know there were many more temper tantrums, ultimatums and laser hot arguments left on the cutting room floor. Talk about potential. But alas, ego's, managers, & lawyers intercede and have final editing veto.



In this context, perhaps its important to remind ourselves that Stevie Nicks' aesthetic has always been, get some ribbons and some bows, and construct a beautiful package, even sometimes when it's tragedy wrapped inside a heart shaped box. Besides, Stevie perfected the cult of personality, the images on the wall. Stevie would never show her warts and all - she's never been that kind of artist. Even though her songs are personal, they are cloaked, and often times she seldom entirely reveals the whole story behind her songs, leaving some mystery. It's that mystery that captivates many of Stevie's fans. We're left with our interpretations and the rumors remain. Also this documentary was not intended to be a deconstruction of Stevie Nicks herself, so I wasn't expecting or anticipating that at all. That said, the vignettes of "Soldier's Angel" and "New Orleans" are not only the most stirring, and probably the heart of this documentary, They're the most socially and politically nuanced Stevie has ever come across, on record or film. I loved the small peek into Stevie's house, watching several captivating candid moments, the "to die" for beautiful never before seen still-shots scattered throughout, dress up music video montages. It was all throughly entertaining. Stevie narrates every song with glimpses (some small, some big) behind the inspiration & motivation for the songs. Yeah, theres little conflict, but what do you expect with this cast - Dave genuinely seems simpatico - when he's not producing, playing, or talking with little inflection, he's looking for his next martini moment. While Glen (the hippy) disappears than reappears out of nowhere higher than a kite. This doc is clearly Stevie's show and she shines. Not only is it about making a record old school, as Stevie likes to remind us, for me, it felt like a love letter to her fans. A showcase & highlights reel of Stevie in the "best year of her life" making IYD.

You're right it may not be an exceptional documentary. But I'd squarely critique it as a solid B. And most importantly Stevie fans on this board & beyond would eat it up with glee. So as far as getting the doc officially released to the public, they are probably scrambling about how to market it -- even though Stevie is a legendary artist -- it cannot be denied that IYD wasn't a mainstream hit record and therefore this has become such a niche project. But it deserves to be released through some channels & not just sitting on a shelf somewhere in "The Vault" - where Stevie stashes all her other goodies.

Wow... what a great, insightful piece of writing. It's an enjoyable and informative read. You clearly understand Stevie's character, and have a pinpoint perspective and objectivity about the context of her documentary. I hope, for my sake and for that of other fans, we will get the chance to see it.

[WildHeartCa]

BRAVO - I applaud you!

[bluecalmsea]

Don't worry guys, she's still working on it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fugMZVn622s

[CADreaming]

Dave just posted on fb "talking tomorrow about poss release dates"

[Macfanforever]

Wow.He must be swamped with people asking him.Thats good news we might see it after all in our living rooms.

[johnnystorms]

sell it at the merch. stand on the FM tour , if nothing else!!!

[jkmaletic]

I was so happy to hear that from Dave!

Let's get a date and let the countdown begin! A couple DVD signings would be icing on the cake!

[Christopher]

Dave Stewart may come through once again! Late last night he tweeted & updated his FB status with the following --


"A still while making In Your Dreams Movie with Stevie Nicks -- talking tomorrow about poss. release dates"

We should all retweet or "like" Dave's FB status to let him (and Stevie) know how badly we want to see the official release of this special documentary! I know we can do better than just 981 likes so far.

[SummerlongBoots]

I'm on it! Thanks for the heads up!

[olive]

if he's in England "tomorrow" is almost over and it will be tuesday

[jkmaletic]

I just asked Dave on twitter if he had a chance to talk to Stevie today about a release date for IYD. He answered, "yes. Great plans afoot."

[rhiannondontgo]

Originally Posted by jkmaletic

I just asked Dave on twitter if he had a chance to talk to Stevie today about a release date for IYD. He answered, "yes. Great plans afoot."

Awesome! Thanks for the info

[Macfanforever]

Wow great news .keep our fingers and toes crossed Stevie and Dave could have a deal ready when FM's on the road.

Stevie could peddle it like she peddled the Soundstage and the CV collections.

I hope she will do some signings too.

[bombaysaffires]

Originally Posted by bluecalmsea

Don't worry guys, she's still working on it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fugMZVn622s

great interview but....I gotta say, it always bothers me when I see her wearing fur. You can't love animals AND wear fur. Tsk tsk Stevie. I hope it's fake, but she's always been a real fur gal so...

[Fireflies]

Originally Posted by bombaysaffires

great interview but....I gotta say, it always bothers me when I see her wearing fur. You can't love animals AND wear fur. Tsk tsk Stevie. I hope it's fake, but she's always been a real fur gal so...

nearly certain it's real.